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Activated protein C resistance: the most common risk factor for venous thromboembolism.
The Journal of the American Board of Family Practice - 1 Jan 2000
Sheppard D R
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Venous thromboembolism is a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Although activated protein C resistance (APC-R) is the most commonly recognized inherited risk factor for venous thromboembolism, little is known about its long-term implications on health. METHODS: MEDLINE was searched from January 1989 through August 1999 using the key words "thromboembolism," "thrombosis," "activated protein C...
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